Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 153, December 5, 1917

"Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 153, December 5, 1917" by Various is a comedic magazine that reflects early 20th-century life, viewed through satire and wit during World War I. It uses comedic articles, sketches, and cartoons to comment on the wartime issues, social norms, and political happenings of that period. Some entertaining pieces mock society and highlight the ridiculous things that happened because of the war such as rationing and other challenges and absurdities. Humorous stories about average citizens and important people are used to explore a variety of topics such as military exploits, bigamy, daily life and British culture. The spirit of resilience is emphasized here, using this humor to see the era’s socio-political context through laughter.